How to Pronounce "retainers"
word
ɹɪˈteɪnɝz
ri-TAY-nerz
ɹɪtˈeɪnəz
ri-TAY-nuhz
Definition
Retainers are devices worn after braces to keep teeth in place, or payments made in advance to secure services, often from professionals like lawyers.
IPA Transcription
American English
ɹɪˈteɪnɝz
British English
ɹɪtˈeɪnəz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ri-TAY-nerz
UK
ri-TAY-nuhz
Listen in Context
The dentist gave me new retainers after I got my braces off.
Some lawyers work on a retainer and get paid every month.
I lost my retainers and need replacements.
My orthodontist says if I don't wear my retainers at night, my teeth might shift back.